School Dances

1. Requests to sponsor a dance must be approved by Student Council and the principal.

2. A minimum of four (4) faculty members must be present at all times.

3. Upon entering the dance, students may not leave the building.  If students leave, they will not be readmitted.

4. Students violating school rules/policies especially in regard to the use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs will face disciplinary action and civil prosecution.

5. School district personnel are responsible for security/police supervision.

6. The organization is responsible for cleaning the facilities or arranging for custodial support.

7. Only high school students, dates, or a personal guest will be admitted.  All guests must be signed in prior to the dance and approved by the principal or dean of students.

8. Bands should be screened by the Student Council and organization advisor prior to contracting.

9. All dances will end by 10:30 PM.

10. All students are obligated to assist chaperones in the policing of dances.

Chaperones

Each chaperone for any activity must be a responsible adult of at least 21 years of age.  Parents/Guardians of Southern Tioga School District students or members of the faculty are preferred.  All chaperones are considered volunteers of the Southern Tioga School District and must obtain board approval before being permitted to chaperone.